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Date:         Mon, 16 Aug 2004 23:58:39 -0700
Reply-To:     Adam Behle <tikiman2@COX.NET>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Adam Behle <tikiman2@COX.NET>
Subject:      how much of a performance hit with 215/75/15 tires?
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> Hi all,
>
> I will finally upgrading to 15" wheels/tires for my strong running 87
> Westy with stock gearing, but I am concerned about loss of performance
> due to increased tire diameter. I would like a nice all terrain tire
> like the BFG or Bridgestone Desert Dueler, but I might stay with a
> more appropriately sized 205/65 Michelin Agilis with the less
> aggressive tread.  Is there a noticeable performance decrease with the
> 215/75 size? When do you feel the loss of power most-off the line,
> hills, etc? BTW, I currently have 195/75/14 Michelin XC LT4 (Sears)
> and they have lasted 40K miles (with many trips to Baja, the desert,
> etc) with no problems and have about 3/8"  of tread left. Thanks in
> advance for any help, Adam
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